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450
Gupta empire falls
The Gupta Empire in India is destroyed by the invading Huns, starting a period of chaos in India. -
476
The Middle Ages period begins
The fall of The Eastern Emprie in ancient Rome marks the beginning of the Middle Ages. -
Jan 1, 793
Vikings first attack England
Vikings begin their attacks on England. -
Jan 1, 1095
First Crusade
The Crusades were a series of battles between the Roman Catholics and the Muslims for control over Jerusalem -
Jan 1, 1279
The Yuan Dynasty is founded
Under the leadership of Kublai Khan, the Mongols defeat the Sung Dynasty in China and set up the Yuan Dynasty. For the first time, China is ruled by foreigners. -
Jan 1, 1280
Polynesians colonize New Zealand
The first settlers of New Zealand were the Polynesians. -
Jan 1, 1347
First evidence of the Black Death
The Black Death or Bubonic Plague starts in China and is transmitted around the world through the Silk Road. -
Jan 1, 1428
Aztec Empire founded
Aztec Empire founded in New Mexico. -
Jan 1, 1438
Inca civilisations emerge in America
The first Inca settlements emerge. -
Japan's first Shogun is put in power
Japan comes under the rule of the first shogun (a military leader); Shoguns rule japan for the next 400 years.